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Change Car Timing Belt Kit

Very technical 4h00–10h00 ~400–1000£
Estimated time 4h00–10h00
Estimated labour cost ~400–1000£
Difficulty Very technical
Renew the timing belt 4h00–10h00
Renew the timing belt kit 5h00–10h00
Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump 6h00–13h00

What is the function of a Fiat Scudo timing belt?

The timing belt synchronises the rotation of the camshaft(s) with the crankshaft, ensuring that the inlet and exhaust valves open and close at precisely the right moment. It may also drive other components such as the high-pressure fuel pump or the water pump.

When should you change the Fiat Scudo timing belt?

The replacement interval varies greatly between manufacturers, typically between 60,000 and 240,000 km or 4 to 10 years, whichever comes first. Always respect the time-based interval even if the mileage has not been reached.

What happens if the Fiat Scudo timing belt breaks?

On interference engines (the vast majority of modern engines), a broken timing belt causes the pistons to strike the open valves, resulting in bent valves, damaged pistons, and potentially a destroyed engine. Repair costs can reach several thousand euros. Preventive replacement is critical.

Is it difficult to change the Fiat Scudo timing belt?

Difficulty level 5/5: very technical, requiring specialist tools (crankshaft and camshaft locking tools specific to your engine, tensioner tools, torque wrench) and precise knowledge of timing marks. Incorrect installation can cause severe engine damage. Recommended for experienced mechanics only.

2 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Scudo 1995-2007 1995-2007 1.6 8V Petrol (220A2000), 1.9D 8V Diesel (DW8 (WJY)), 2.0 16V CF3 Petrol (EW10J4 (RFN)), 2.0 16V JTD Diesel (DW10ATED4 (RHW)), 2.0 8V JTD Diesel (DW10ATED (RHZ)), 2.0 8V JTD Diesel (DW10BTED (RHX)) Diesel, Petrol
Scudo 2007-2025 2007-2025 1.6 HDi 16V 90 Diesel (DV6UTED4 (9HU)), 1.6 MultiJet 8V 90 Diesel (DV6UC (9HM)), 2.0 HDi 16V 120 Diesel (DW10UTED4 (RHK)), 2.0 HDiF 16V 120 Diesel (DW10UTED4 (RHG)), 2.0 HDiF 16V 140 Diesel (DW10BTED4 (RHR)), 2.0 MultiJet 16V 130 Diesel (DW10CTED4 (AHZ)), 2.0 MultiJet 16V 165 Di… Diesel